Road and motor vehicles: general interest

From the company's earliest days in the 1930s, the book gives a brief history of the glorious Auto-Union Grand Prix cars designed by Prof Porsche before detailing the miseries and triumphs of the company in the aftermath of war.

There is something special about Alfa Romeo cars which can't be defined precisely but is, perhaps, best described as a vitality that creates a symbiosis between driver and machine: a oneness that no other marque seems to replicate.

This is the inside story of the workings of the MG Design and Development Office from 1956 until MG's closure in 1980.

Here is the definitive history of one of Britain's oldest, most important and influential car manufacturers.

Whether your interest is micro motorhomes, giants from the US or something in between, this book tells the story of the motorhome and the motorhome industry over the last 90 years.

A detailed account of how the British caravan industry developed in its first 30 years, and of the caravans - from Alcock to Winchester - it produced.

Today, touring with a caravan is a leisuretime activity enjoyed by millions; the hobby and the industry it supports having grown explosively since the early 1960s.

Short oval racing (Hot Rod and Stock Car Racing) was, and remains, one of the best supported forms of motor racing in the country, in terms of both competitors and spectators.

The famous 4 cylinder A-Series engine was used in most Austin/Morris/Rover models including Minis, Metros, 1300s, Allegros, MG Midgets, Austin-Healey Sprites, Maestros and Marinas for over 40 years.

At the time, little was recorded about the activities of Alfa Romeo s World Championship-winning Sports Racing car, the Tipo 33.

Escort RS1800 (Escort MkII) : This is a Rally Giant because it was consistently the fastest, most successful and most versatile car in the second half of the 1970s.

This totally revised, updated and enlarged book is THE complete guide to building a fast MG Midget or Austin-Healey Sprite for road or track.

First book in the exciting new Auto-Doc series from Veloce Publishing.

Now in updated, revised and enlarged format, an invaluable guide for the home restorer.

This book is essential reading for every MGB enthusiast.

Now part of the Aprilia - Moto Guzzi - Laverda group, Laverda has acquired a following of almost fanatical proportions.

When Ducati unleashed Galluzzi's Monster at the Cologne Show at the end of 1992, few expected it to become Ducati's most successful model.

Before the /5 series, BMW had a reputation for producing expensive and idiosyncratic touring motorcycles.

This is the story of VW's timeless classic, the Type 2 Transporter, universally known as the "e;Bus"e;.

This book describes the birth, development and rallying career of the Lancia Stratos, Europe s very first purpose-built rally car, in the mid/late 1970s, providing a compact and authoritative history of where, when and how it became so important to the sport.

This book describes the birth, development, and rallying career of the original Ford Escort, one of Europe's Landmark Rally Cars in the early 1970s, providing a compact and authoritative history of where, how and why it became so important to the sport.

A small investment in this book could save you a fortune .

Buying a classic car is an expensive business, and mistakes can prove costly financially and in terms of time, effort and stress.

Rolls-Royces and Bentleys are among the most prestigious cars in the world and, as such, attract a highly discerning clientele.

British commercial vehicle manufacturers played a key role in bolstering Britain's economy throughout the 1950s, especially during the period of postwar austerity, a time when they contributed to the all-important export drive.

Oblivious to the sound of chalk scratching on blackboard, Nicky stared wide eyed into the pages of the atlas.

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The extraordinary marriage of a classic British AC Ace sportscar to a large capacity American V8 engine was the idea of America's larger than life Carroll Shelby.

The complete illustrated guide to building a powerful and reliable high performance Ford V8 smallblock engine for street or track use.

Over a 40 year period the Pontiac Firebird has earned a unique place amongst speedy domestic cars.

In the 1920s, 30s and 40s, wooden-bodied shooting brakes, estate cars and station wagons were commercial vehicles made in Britain, mostly for utilitarian roles.

If you can recall watching motorcycle scrambles and trials on your black and white TV during the 1960s, then this is the book for you.

From the famous Topolino to the award-winning Cinquecento and the modern Seicento, here's the definitive story of the baby Fiats, with particular emphasis on the Nuova 500.

"e; Updated & revised edition of a best-selling SpeedPro series book.

A serious in depth study of the growth of SS Cars Limited during the world's worst economic depression; the relationship with the Standard Motor Company upon which success was based, together with a detailed technical survey covering the progression of design from 1928 to 1950.

No one contemplating an MGB V8 engine conversion should start the project without reading this book, which is based on the real world experience of many owners and specialists who have re-engined MGBs in the past.

The revealing and surprising inside story of the legendary BMC Works Competitions Department told by the three Competition Managers of the highly successful BMC/British Leyland race and rally teams based at Abingdon.

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A delightful and often humerous account of life with the Triumph motorcycle company in its heyday.

Alfa Mail is about Alfa Romeos.

The story of these wonderfully stylish cars, built on the ultra-dependable VW Beetle chassis & running gear.

Limitations of standard components; short block preparation/clearances; solving oiling & main cap problems of pre- 94 blocks; full details of head modifications; optimising ignition settings; exhaust system requirements; Holley, Weber & SU carburettor/inlet manifold options; camshaft & valve train requirements; modifications for racing/mods for road use.

The incredible rags-to-riches story of one of the world's greatest motorcycle racers.

The bevel-drive 860 and 900 was one of the most significant motorcycles of the late 1970s, providing a unique combination of power and handling that was unequalled by other motorcycles at the time.

Ten years have passed since the original edition of this book was published, but Alfa Romeo enthusiasts everywhere are still active today more than ever in preserving, modifying and racing these excellent cars.

The postwar Morris Minor, designed by Alec Issigonis, was one of the most popular British Cars.

With this book, you can begin caring for your car like a professional, achieving dramatic and financially beneficial effects almost immediately.

This book takes the car owner step-by-step through every stage of the MoT test, with clear details on what the tester is looking for, and how to check components for wear and tear yourself.

With the cost of family holidays increasing, more an more people are looking to take their holidays at home, so a campervan or motorhome makes an ideal choice.

A quick sale and a decent price .